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Briana Boyd Obituary
March 27, 1985 - September 16, 2012
ALBANY - Briana Nicole Boyd, 27, died Sept. 16 in Albany.
Briana was born to Ed and Tawni Boyd on March 27, 1985, in Springfield. The family moved to Salem in 1987 and Briana grew up there. She graduated from Sprague High School in 2003. Briana moved to Los Angeles to begin her journey toward her dream of working in the fashion industry. She enrolled at the Fashion Institute for Design and Merchandising and began her studies in the fall of 2003. Her ultimate goal was to move to the fashion capitals of the world: New York, Milan and Paris. The life she thought would bring her happiness (design, fashion, bright lights) led her down a path that would eventually steal her soul; in one painful 24-hour experience that she never thoroughly recovered from, the light in her eyes went out.
In June 2007, the light of her life, her son, Milan, was born. Her love for Milan was obvious to anyone who saw the sparkle in her eyes and the smile on her face anytime she was with him. Briana's passions also included the Little Mermaid, sunflowers, Ellies, and her pets through her life, Frisco, Madison and Jaggy. From tomboy to bling to amazing fashion sense, oh and did we mention shoes?
Briana is survived by her 5-year-old son, Milan Boyd; parents Ed and Tawni Boyd; brother Chad; sister Lauren; nephew Hayden; niece Brooklyn; grandparents De Baird and Philip Spellmire; three aunts; three uncles; seven cousins; and great-aunts and great-uncles. Briana was preceded in death by her grandparents, Gene and Gloria Boyd.
A memorial service was Sunday, Sept. 23, at AAsum-Dufour Funeral Home. Briana will be laid to rest at City View Cemetery in Salem.
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Shannon Tilley - Young
October 4, 2012
I'm touched by your loss.I couldn't imagine what your family has gone through the last couple weeks but I said a prayer for you all when I read Briana's obituary. So sorry for your loss.such a beautiful & talented daughter/ mother/sister & friend to so many.
Jack & Tami Janssen
October 3, 2012
Dear Ed, Tawni & Chad -
Our hearts are breaking for you and your family after hearing about the loss of Briana. You will be in our thoughts and prayers as you adjust to life without Briana in the here and now.
We pray that God will comfort you and give you the strength you need to carry on without her.
We are sure that the presence of Milan in your lives will bring you great joy and many wonderful memories of the beautiful daughter you raised and loved so dearly.
With Love & Sympathy,
Jack & "T.J."
Gordon & Nancy Brouse
October 2, 2012
Ed, Tawni, Chad and Milan, we are so sorry for your loss. We have such fond memories of Briana, she was such a sweet girl. We have you all in our prayers.
Alicia, Dan & Hannah Fisher
September 30, 2012
You are in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. We are so sorry for your loss.
Katie Neal
September 30, 2012
Love her!
Karen Franke
September 30, 2012
Our family does not know the Boyd's or Briana, but our hearts are grieved for the pain this family has suffered. We pray for you to experience peace in this time of loss. We also pray for Milan as he grieves the loss of his mother.
Katie Neal
September 29, 2012
RIP Briana N. Boyd !I'll never forget our childhood memories.
This is a beautiful Obituary. She is so lucky to have had so many people care and love her, especially her parents. You're in my thoughts and prayers to The Boyd Family!
Sandy Ryder
September 28, 2012
We are so sorry for the tragic loss of your dear Briana. We cannot fathom the depth of your sadness, but send you loving thoughts and strength, now, and in the days ahead. Ken, Sandy, and Alex Ryder
Jerry Jones
September 28, 2012
Our thoughts and prayers are with Briana's family and friends. She will be missed. -From all of us at Safe Stor
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